Hand-picked, usually in two times to select the ripest grapes. The picking begins in mid-September for Trebbiano di Soave and in October for the Garganega grapes. The grapes are destemmed and gently crushed with a pneumatic press, in nitrogen saturation. The free run juice is fermented separately at low temperature (between 14-18°C) in glass-lined concrete ‘tulipe’ tanks. The wine ages in glass-lined concrete ‘tulipe’ tanks for 12-15 months. During this period, it remains on its fine lees to increase richness and complexity. The noble lees are moved periodically through manual battonage. After bottling, it ages slowly in the bottle for a few months before release. Colour: Pale straw yellow, with greenish reflections when young and golden nuances with the aging. Perfume: The nose is fresh, mineral, with intense floral notes of acacia, jasmine and elderflower, and rich fruit notes such as fresh almond, pear, yellow peach, pineapple, lemon and the characteristic crispy cherry. It closes on nuances reminiscent of aromatic herbs, sage, lemon-thyme and mint. Palate: Dry, refreshing, well balanced and elegant, with tremendous length and finesse. Perfect partner for a wide range of dishes: as an aperitif with vegetables in tempura, battered zucchini flowers or a cone of fried fish; and first courses, especially fresh pasta with delicate sauces, vegetable quiches, fish, shellfish and cheese soufflés. It goes best with sweet-tinged creamy dishes, such as the signature dish of local traction, creamed (‘mantecato’) cod fish, best tried on a crispy black charcoal waffle and lime zest. Try it with tempura vegetables, battered squash blossoms or fried fish.

Producer: Pieropan

Vintage: 2022

Name: Calvarino

Appellation: Soave Classico

Designation: DOC

Varietal: Soave

Colour: White

Region: Veneto

Province: Verona

Town: Soave

Vineyard: Calvarino

Alcohol Vol. %: 12.5

Volume (mL): 750

Carton Quantity: 6 Bottles